Comparison
Expanse Host vs Bloom.Host
Bloom.Host is a well-regarded Minecraft host known for its own hardware, dedicated CPU cores on higher tiers, and a unique server-splitting feature. This comparison looks at how its plans stack up against Expanse Host's entry-level offering, focusing on price, hardware, and practical features.
Methodology
How we compared
This comparison is published by Expanse Host. Bloom.Host pricing, hardware claims, and location list were taken from its public site as of lastVerified. Data on specific plans and features was cross-checked with third-party reviews. Confirm current rates on Bloom.Host before choosing based on cost.
Pricing and features are sourced from public listings and may have changed. Verify on Bloom.Host's website before purchasing.
Overview
At a glance
Summary
Both hosts offer solid hardware and DDoS protection. Bloom.Host's dedicated cores and server splitting are compelling for larger or multi-server setups, but Expanse Host undercuts on price and adds more locations. For a single small server, Expanse's $8 plan is hard to beat; for heavy multi-server use, Bloom's Performance tier is worth the extra cost.
Features
Side-by-side comparison
Bloom.Host's Essentials plan starts at $10/mo for 4GB RAM, while Expanse Host's entry plan is $8/mo for 4GB RAM. Bloom's Performance tier with dedicated cores starts at $18/mo, and Performance+ at $24/mo.
| Feature | | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $8.00/mo (4GB RAM) | $10.00/mo (4GB RAM, Essentials) |
| CPU | Ryzen 9 9950X | Essentials: Ryzen 9 3900/3900X (shared); Performance: Ryzen 9 3900/3950X (dedicated); Performance+: Ryzen 9 5950X (compare page) or up to 9950X depending on location |
| Memory | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Storage | Gen 4 NVMe SSD, dedicated allocation that scales per plan | 60-100GB NVMe (Essentials), 120-480GB NVMe (Performance), 150-600GB NVMe (Performance+) |
| Locations | New York City, Frankfurt, Singapore, Malaysia | Ashburn, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Germany, Singapore |
| DDoS protection | Cloudflare, 500+ Tbps capacity, included | Cloudflare Magic Transit, L7 filtering, 400+ Tbps capacity |
| Backups | Daily automated backups included | Advanced off-site backups (3 slots on Essentials, 5 on Performance, 10 on Performance+) |
| Unique features | Game switch (100+ games), regional pricing discount | Server splitting (create multiple servers from one plan), Aikar's optimized flags, free dedicated IP on Performance+ |
Recommendation
Which host fits you?
Choose Bloom.Host if
Choose Bloom.Host if you need dedicated CPU cores, server splitting, or a free dedicated IP on mid-tier plans.
Choose Expanse Host if
Choose Expanse Host if you want the lowest entry price, DDR5, and a wider location spread, especially in APAC.
Analysis
Where each provider shines
Strengths
Bloom.Host
- Dedicated CPU cores on Performance and Performance+ tiers, ensuring consistent performance.
- Server splitting lets you run multiple servers (e.g., proxy + world) from a single plan.
- Owns hardware in most locations, reducing overselling risk.
- Cloudflare Magic Transit with L7 filtering and high mitigation capacity.
- Aikar's optimized JVM flags pre-configured on all plans.
Strengths
Expanse Host
- Lower entry price ($8/mo vs $10/mo) with 4GB RAM and Ryzen 9 9950X.
- More locations, including Malaysia and Singapore, for broader APAC coverage.
- DDR5 memory on all plans.
- Daily automated backups included at no extra cost.
- Game switch feature lets you change games without repurchasing.
Questions
Common questions
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